Alternative political parties turned down

What are the Republican and Democratic parties afraid of? That third parties might gain recognition and give voters a wider choice at the election polls? Is this not fair and just in a "democratic" society?

The meeting on Jan. 13 of the Constitution, Libertarian and Green parties with state legislators to have their parties listed on the ballot apparently was an exercise in futility, as so many meetings to allow citizens a voice in their government have been.

The endeavors of those fighting for the poor and uninsured, for teachers and public schools under siege, and pleas to save the environment have frequently met with dismissal. It appears that only those with power and lots of campaign contributions have a voice. But after all, the Supreme Court has tipped the balance in favor of money and power, allowing democracy to twist in the wind.

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Alternative political parties turned down

What are the Republican and Democratic parties afraid of? That third parties might gain recognition and give voters a wider choice at the election polls? Is this not fair and just in a 'democratic'

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